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Can a puppy under three days old be fed livestock milk replacer? If not, is goat’s milk formula OK?
Newborn puppies should drink mother's milk; if unavailable, use pet-specific goat milk formula, not livestock milk replacer. Human goat milk formula differs and can poison puppies, so use a canine formula, fed every 2 to 3 hours with warm water.
But there is no scabbing.
From the photo, the cat's skin is clearly inflamed and over-scratching has obscured the original signs, but ringworm cannot be ruled out. Besides ringworm, allergies, eczema, allergic dermatitis, and parasites can cause this. A skin exam is advised to confirm the cause.
Why does my Teddy (Poodle) have thick white nasal discharge?
Thick white nasal discharge in a Teddy can have many causes. Inhaling irritants like dust or pollen can cause an allergic inflammatory reaction with white discharge; remove the allergen and give anti-allergy medication. It may also indicate respiratory infection or kennel cough.
Deworming Medication
Ivermectin topical deworming solution is generally not recommended for cats, as it poses significant safety risks. Avermectin is a broad-spectrum topical antiparasitic with a narrow safety margin and strict dosing requirements; it is mainly used for large animals, and cats—usually under 6 kg—are prone to poisoning. If ingested, it can cause drooling, limb stiffness, and convulsions.
What symptoms appear if a dog is allergic to cephalosporins?
Cephalosporin allergy in dogs usually causes rapid breathing and difficulty breathing, and in severe cases anaphylactic shock, possibly with rash and itching. Do a sensitivity test before use under veterinary guidance.
How do you know if a Teddy (Poodle) has a cold?
A Teddy's cold symptoms resemble humans': sneezing, coughing, runny nose, lethargy, loss of appetite, watery eyes, and fever. Colds may be from bacterial or viral infection; mild cases can be treated with pet cold and anti-inflammatory medication.
My 4-month-old Corgi ate half an ibuprofen capsule—will it be harmed?
Eating half an ibuprofen capsule usually harms a dog, as dogs lack the natural enzymes to metabolize such drugs. Even a small piece can cause severe gastric ulcers and even acute kidney failure leading to death.
Why Does an Arowana Lie on the Tank Bottom, and How to Respond?
Many arowana keepers have seen the fish lie on the tank bottom, but few know why. Our veterinarian details the causes and responses, hoping to help.
What Causes an Arowana to Lie on the Tank Bottom?
Arowana are very sensitive to environment and water changes; noise or big changes inside or outside the tank can cause lying low, as can big water changes or large pH or temperature swings. Our veterinarian details the causes.
What to Do When a Cat Keeps Vomiting from a Weak Stomach?
As known, a cat's stomach is more fragile than other animals, so vomiting is common. But if it keeps vomiting, the owner must treat it. What to do when a cat with a weak stomach keeps vomiting? Let's see with our veterinarian.